N.J. football playoff photos: Hillside at Rutherford, N1G2 Rd. 1, Oct. 30, 2026

The N.J. football playoffs have officially commenced. On October 30, 2026, Round 1 action featured several key matchups. In the N1G2 bracket, Hillside faced Rutherford, while the CJG5 bracket saw Freehold Twp. compete against Williamstown. These games mark the beginning of the postseason tournament, with photographic coverage capturing the events of the day. The competition continues as teams strive for victory in the early stages of the N.J. football playoff series across different divisions.